1988 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 25 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. 1977 Holden GTS has automatic transmission and 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Holden |
| Model | Jalpa | GTS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
